PERSIAN RICE WITH MUNG BEANS (MAASH POLOW)
"Rice with mung beans (maash polow) is a delightful summer dish, light, simple and delicious. Mung beans are good in soups, salads and are super delicious when cooked with rice, sauteed onions and a heavy pinch of turmeric, slowly over low heat. I like to use equal portions of rice and beans for this dish. If you like you can add another 1/2 cup of rice to the recipe." Along with the serving options I also think dibs (date syrup) and Balkan yogurt separately would work well together with this dish but have yet to try. That way it would make it more of an Iraqi version since the best date syrup comes from Iraq. Recipe modified from http://turmericsaffron.blogspot.com
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium pot, place the beans and add 3-4 cups of water over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook on medium to low heat for about 30-40 minutes until the beans are soft.
- In the meantime, in a non-stick heavy bottom pot with a tight fitting lid, heat 4 tablespoons of oil or butter and saute the chopped onions until they turn golden, add turmeric and cumin. Stir thoroughly.
- Add the mung beans to the onions, mix gently and cook them together for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the rice to the pot and enough water to cook the type and amount of rice you use. Add sea salt to taste. Bring to a boil, place a clean soft kitchen cloth between the lid and the pot to absorb the excess moisture and close the lid tightly. (I didn't do this part).
- Cook for 30 minutes on low heat.
- Serve warm on a platter with plain yogurt dibis, date syrup or Mast-O Khiar - Persian Yogurt and Cucumber Dip such as recipe#252416.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 23.7, Carbohydrate 68.9, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 17
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Tristan Adamchik
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The Maash Polo was easy to make and tasted delicious.
Areeba Baloch
[email protected]I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Persian food.
Saara
[email protected]This dish is a beautiful addition to any buffet or potluck.
Muhammad Nadeem66
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's a great weeknight meal.
Ebuka Odera
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The Maash Polo was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making it again.
Jantu Biswas
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to introduce people to Persian cuisine.
Ali Jessar
[email protected]This is now my go-to recipe for Persian rice. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Mayya volk
[email protected]Delicious! I made this dish for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect.
KURDSTAN KURDISH
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The rice was fluffy and the mung beans were cooked perfectly. I added a bit of extra saffron to give it a more vibrant color.
Hassan Raza
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.
Matthew Degraffenried
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of mung beans, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The mung beans were cooked perfectly and had a wonderful flavor. The rice was also fluffy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
MD.HEALL UDDIN
[email protected]This recipe was a success! It was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I loved the combination of rice, mung beans, and herbs. It was a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Artur Gjone
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The Maash Polo turned out perfectly. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the mung beans were cooked to perfection. I loved the crispy onions on top, they added a nice crunch. This dish is definitely a keeper.
Kies Ug
[email protected]This was a wonderful recipe! I had never tried mung beans before, but I'm so glad I did. They added a lovely nutty flavor and texture to the rice. The dish was also very easy to make, and it looked stunning when I served it. I will definitely be maki
Aahill Ali
[email protected]I've always been a fan of Persian rice dishes, and this Maash Polo recipe was no exception. It was incredibly easy to follow, and the end result was a stunning and flavorful dish that was a hit with my family. The combination of rice, mung beans, and
Kai Edwers
[email protected]This Persian rice with mung beans dish, also known as Maash Polo, was an absolute delight! The flavors and textures were perfectly balanced, with the fluffy rice, tender mung beans, and crispy onions coming together beautifully. I especially apprecia